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Happy Tails!!!
Stories, testimonies and tributes
to your adopted friends |
Do you have a happy MCHS adoption story
that you would like to share with others?
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Hi,
I wanted to thank you for helping us adopt Dexter and Pearl, two miniature schnauzers who were given up to the MCHS in October and December 2007, respectively.
When we first saw Dexter at the shelter last October, he had just been left by his family, but he was still a bundle of love, and sat right in my lap on our first visit.
When we adopted Dexter and started him in obedience school, it was obvious that he was especially bright: he loves training and he's close to being ready to earn his Canine Good Citizen certification, which will allow him to become a therapy dog and sit on lots of laps. I'm especially proud of him for how far he's come and how quickly he's learned, and I'm grateful to you for taking such good care of him before we adopted him and for ensuring he ended up in a good home.
After we adopted Dexter, we kept a close eye on your website, and when you got a second mini schanuzer (Pearl), we were down there before your visiting hours even started for the day. We fell in love with Pearl at first sight, but you'd already called Schnauzer Rescue to pick her up because the shelter was so full.
We bothered Schnauzer Rescue for weeks, and we were finally able to adopt Pearl in January 2008. Pearl must have had a much more difficult life than Dexter did before she arrived at MCHS, because she was very nervous around other dogs, scared of strange sounds and smells, and particularly terrified at the sight of her leash.
But we've worked hard with Pearl and also taken her through obedience classes, and she's becoming such a brave little girl! She even likes to meet new dogs now, and she's doing better with her leash. Best of all, she and Dexter adore each other and love to play all day.
Thank you so much for everything you do for dogs, and especially for Dexter and Pearl, who are so special to us. We tell everyone we know that MCHS is a great place to adopt, and that purebred dogs of every breed (and great non-purebreds!) are available there all the time.
-Becky & Andy |
Pearl and Dexter |
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Hi,
Toto is now in her new home and settling in quickly. She has apparently had some training as she sits, fetches and heels on command. She loves to chase birds and squirrels (which my garden is oh so thankful for). I have a new best friend in her and hope she feels the same about me. Thanks to all at the rescue shelter for taking good care of her until the paperwork cleared. I know some people consider "dog dressing" as cruel and unusual punishment but Toto has a large girly wardrobe on the way. If she wont wear them I'm sure she will have fun eating them when my back is turned.
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Toto |
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Hi,
Over the summer of 07, my friend’s cat had gotten pregnant. My friend had promised me and another few friends we could have our pick of the litter that was to come. Sadly, her cat’s pregnancy was interrupted and only one kitten survived. I was devastated! So in November I decided I would have my kitten, one way or another and went to MCHS. I looked and looked but all the kittens already had 2 or 3 applications on them.
Then, as I walked by the sick room, I saw my baby. He was an adorable little orange tabby who was hanging upside down in his cage. I asked to see him and it was love at first pet. He kept climbing on my shoulders and giving me lots of affectionate head butts. I wanted him to have a friend, so I looked around the rest of the room and found another little cutie. She’s a Tuxedo, but unlike any I’ve seen before. Her face has a white streak going up the side of her nose but she has a little black goatee!
At first I was worried that being from a different litter meant they may not get along but they’ve been fast friends since from the moment they first saw each other. Thank you so much MCHS for helping me complete my home with two adorable bundles of joy!
Christina W. from Silver Spring, MD
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Little One and Polaris Rex |
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Indy is a purebred Eurasier, born in Ontario, Canada on March 11, 2001. His registered name is Naku's Tremendously Trevor. He was a special boy, with pinto markings and an irrepressible, optimistic personality...Skip ahead about 5½ years to October, 2006.
A pinto Eurasier is found in the Montgomery County Humane Society shelter. AIL # 222303, Tag # 199.
Our little boy was matted, very skinny at only 17 kilograms, and with neglected teeth. Further testing showed he was also fighting a strong infection of Lyme disease. He was confused, unhappy and depressed, with both ears and tail hanging.
You guys cleaned him up, got him meds, took good care of him. Eurasier Rescue paid the bills, pulled him out, and fostered him with hugs and affection while a search was undertaken for a new forever home for him. By the end of the month, he came to me, in Calgary, Alberta.
Renamed from "Trevor" to "Indy", this little guy is bright, inquisitive, gentle and utterly loveable. Little milestones abound. Beginning basic obedience. Learning his name. Learning to focus. Learning to sit, stand, shake a paw. Quickly earning the nickname “Indy Houdini”, and then slowly learning that there is no need to escape. Not bad for a 6 year old, catching up on his kindergarden.
Indy's optimistic and charismatic personality shines like a beacon. His solution to past indifference and neglect was to crank up the charm and the cute factor, and thereby snag a morsel of attention. He still happily turns on the charm, to good effect. People have crossed the street to pet him and visit, and he just soaks it all up. He enjoys people and adores kids.
So when by sheer happenstance we came across the Canadian Pet Idol contest, it seemed a perfect fit for this charismatic and well loved dog. Surely he will do well, and indeed, at this point he is top of the charts. Any prize money will be donated to Rescue - potentially up to $1200 Cdn.
You folks working at the Shelter where Indy was dropped are awesome, and we just wanted to share Indy's good luck story with you. You are also invited to vote for one of yours in the Contest ... the final round starts May 12, and runs to May 19th. Just go online to PetIdol.ca, click on the "Indy" link and follow the instructions.
Bless you all for the fine work that you do!
Dietlinde
Calgary, Alberta
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Indy at the shelter,
October 2006
Basic Obedience –
head of the class!
Indy at home |
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Thank you MCHS,
Growing up in Montgomery County, I do not remember a time when I was not aware of the Montgomery County Humane Society. I learned more about what this important organization does and how dedicated its staff and volunteers are when my husband and I adopted our wonderful black lab Buddy from MCHS nine years ago.
Buddy was a stray that came to MCHS along with another male and a female, clearly from the same litter. They appeared to be about 6 months old at the time. His sister had been adopted already when we first came across Buddy and his brother at the shelter. Both of the dogs had several names on the list of prospective adoptive families interested in adopting them. Despite that, we added our name to both lists in hopes that one of the dogs would be available. Luckily, we were called a few days later and shortly after that, Buddy joined our family. Our new addition turned out to be a fun loving, sweet dog with a great sense of humor. Each day since Buddy joined our family has been more joyful for all of us because of his presence, and we thank MCHS for that.
This year, for the second year in a row, I organized some charitable activities in my workplace to coincide with the winter holidays. We just wrapped up four simultaneous collections benefiting several organizations, both local and international. Like last year, one of the organizations we selected to be a recipient of our efforts was the MCHS. We were able to sell 10 All Pets Allowed calendars, and collect 32 wish list items for the shelter. More importantly, our efforts help raise awareness among the staff where I work about what MCHS and other similar organizations do. I hope that knowing the plight of so many homeless pets and the hard work of organizations like MCHS will help people make informed choices when they consider buying vs. adopting pets in the future.
Julie Bamdad
The George Washington
Biostatistics Center |
 
Buddy |
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Hello,
I adopted Katie and JoJo last March after losing Smoke, my other cat of 18.5 years. I was heartbroken. I contacted the Humane Society and told them that I wanted a sibling pair. They suggested that I contact a foster parent who had a litter about the age I wanted. This was perfect for me because any good social worker would adopt a pet.
After my first home visit I decided on JoJo (formerly Chicory) who was very much like my Smoke ─ gray and white, very vocal, and affectionate. I asked the foster mom whom should I pair him with? I was told that Katie (formerly Clover) would be a good match and even though she was a bit aloof, I took both.
Surprise! Katie became very social and affectionate over time while JoJo took forever to come out from under the bed! Now, they are both funny and active. I love hearing the rumbles of the "chase" throughout my house. They play, cuddle, groom and sleep together. How cute! Thanks so much!
Robin Sparer
Silver Spring Maryland |
Katie and JoJo
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Do you have a happy MCHS adoption story that you would like to share with others? You may email your story and/or photos to: aowen@mchumane.org or mail to:
Montgomery County Humane Society, Inc.
c/o Ashley Owen
14645 Rothgeb Drive
Rockville, MD 20850
All photos must be in a jpeg format and no more than two photos.
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